- By Srishti Pandey
- Mon, 20 Jan 2025 12:17 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
R Madhavan and Kangana Ranaut’s Tanu Weds Manu series remains one of Bollywood’s most beloved franchises. Directed by Aanand L Rai, the first film in 2011 became a sleeper hit and its 2015 sequel, Tanu Weds Manu Returns, was a massive blockbuster. However, rumors about a third installment have been circulating for years.
In a recent interview with SCREEN, R Madhavan revealed that he has not been approached for Tanu Weds Manu 3. He even hinted at the possibility of being replaced. “The media and people are asking me these questions. Neither Aanand nor anybody else has talked to me about part three. I have no clue and I don’t know what the script is. Maybe I am not there in it. Maybe they have replaced me. I haven’t got the faintest idea,” Madhavan shared.
When asked about reports suggesting Kangana Ranaut might play a triple role in the upcoming film, Madhavan said, “As much as I would like to talk about it, I really have no idea. It has just been on Instagram.”
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According to a report by Pinkvilla, the third installment is expected to pick up seamlessly from where the previous films left off. The report further revealed that the film will retain the humour, romance and drama that defined the first two movies. “It’s a sequel in the true sense, and the creators have found a story that naturally lends itself to completing the trilogy. The basic concept is locked and the goal is to begin shooting in the second half of 2025,” the source added.
Kangana Ranaut is reportedly excited to take on her first triple role in the film. “This will be an exciting challenge, allowing her to explore new dimensions as a performer,” shared the insider. Fans will remember Kangana’s memorable double role as Tanu and Datto in Tanu Weds Manu Returns.
Aanand L Rai has previously expressed his enthusiasm for continuing the franchise. In an earlier interview with News18 Showsha, he shared, “Tanu Weds Manu is a kind of franchise that demands a part three. The reason being that those characters are so beautiful, and they were played so beautifully by Madhavan and Kangana. Those characters became a little bigger than the story itself.”
He added, “With Tanu Weds Manu Returns, we introduced a new character, Datto. These characters are all asking for a third part. The minute we have a great story—the story that Tanu, Manu, and Datto deserve—we’ll go for it.”
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